The Satellite Cybersecurity Act of 2025 allows the Department of the Navy to transfer three retired F-14D Tomcat aircraft to the U.S. Space and Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama. The transfer must be at no cost to the government, and the center cannot sell or transfer ownership of the aircraft without Navy approval. If any conditions are violated, the aircraft will be returned to the U.S. The bill also ensures that the aircraft cannot be armed and allows the Navy to provide spare parts to help restore one aircraft for display purposes. The center can partner with nonprofit organizations to use the aircraft for public events and air shows.
The bill has been positively received as a way to preserve aviation history and support educational initiatives at the U.S. Space and Rocket Center. Many view the transfer as a beneficial opportunity for public engagement and a chance to honor military aviation heritage. The collaboration with nonprofit organizations is seen as a great way to enhance community involvement and promote STEM education through interactive displays.
Critics of the bill argue that transferring military aircraft to a civilian organization could set a concerning precedent for the management of surplus military assets. Some express concerns about the potential costs associated with maintenance and restoration, questioning whether taxpayer resources might be indirectly involved. Additionally, there is apprehension about the implications of allowing a non-military entity to manage former military equipment.
Based on the available data, there appears to be a low risk of conflicts of interest between Senator Gary Peters' campaign donations and the Satellite Cybersecurity Act of 2025. The primary reason for this assessment is that there are no direct overlaps between the industries that are the top donors to Senator Peters and the subject matter of the bill. The top donor industries to Senator Peters are Health Professionals and Retired individuals, neither of which have a direct stake in satellite cybersecurity. Furthermore, the lobbying activity related to this bill's policy area does not involve any of these industries. Therefore, it is unlikely that the bill is influenced by the financial contributions to Senator Peters' campaign.
Organizations that lobbied on issues related to this bill's policy area.
| Client | Lobbying Firm | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN RIVERS ACTION FUND | AMERICAN RIVERS ACTION FUND | $120,000 |
| COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVES | COLLEGE OF HEALTHCARE INFORMATION MANAGEMENT EXECUTIVES | $30,000 |
| WINDOW COVERING MANUFACTURERS ASSOCIATION | NORTHSTAR EK LLC | $30,000 |
| SHINE TECHNOLOGIES | NORTHSTAR EK LLC | $30,000 |
| PRIVATE CARE ASSOCIATION INC | HOLLRAH LLC | $10,000 |
| PUZZLE BOX GOVERNMENT RELATIONS ON BEHALF OF CAULDRON MOLECULES | CORDONE CONSULTING LLC | $10,000 |
| NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKFORCE BOARDS | NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF WORKFORCE BOARDS | undisclosed |
| MYSTERY SHOPPING PROVIDERS ASSOCIATION, INC. | HOLLRAH LLC | undisclosed |
| COALITION TO PRESERVE INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS | HOLLRAH LLC | undisclosed |
| TOBACCO-FREE KIDS ACTION FUND | SACHS MEDIA. INC. | undisclosed |
| NATIONAL GRANGE OF THE ORDER OF PATRONS OF HUSBANDRY | THE NATIONAL GRANGE OF THE ORDER OF PATRONS OF HUSBANDRY | undisclosed |
| SYENSQO USA LLC | RIDGELINE ADVOCACY GROUP LLC | undisclosed |
| PUEBLO OF JEMEZ | DENTONS US LLP | undisclosed |
| INVIVYD, INC. | KING & SPALDING LLP | undisclosed |
| EUROPORT, INC. | MO STRATEGIES, INC. | undisclosed |
Source: Senate Lobbying Disclosure Act (LDA) filings, 2026
Top industries funding Gary Peters, ranked by total contributions.
Source: OpenSecrets.org (Center for Responsive Politics)
